The Chornobyl disaster in 1986 changed the forests around it forever. Even now, wood from these forests is still being used. Scientists wanted to find out what makes some trees hold more radiation than others. They looked at different types of trees and soils to see how much strontium-90 and cesium-
Michigan is stepping up its fight against microplastics, those tiny plastic bits that are everywhere. The state is launching a week-long campaign to educate people about this growing problem. From October 19 to 26, Michigan will host a series of events, including a cleanup in Lansing and a virtual s
In a move that has sparked debate, Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard has ordered a review of U. S. intelligence agencies to see if random polygraph tests for employees and contractors could be a good idea. This comes as the Trump administration is trying hard to stop leaks of secret in
Walmart has taken a big step to ensure customer safety by recalling certain frozen shrimp from stores in 13 states. The reason? Potential radioactive contamination. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) found traces of Cesium-137, a radioactive isotope, in some shrimp imported from Indonesia. Th
Greywater, the leftover water from showers, sinks, and washing machines, has a big problem: surfactants. These are the soapy stuff that help clean things but can be harmful to the environment. A lot of research has been done on how to remove surfactants from greywater, but there's no clear winner ye
In Italy's Veneto Region, PFAS pollution has become a significant issue, affecting both the environment and wildlife. These tough-to-break-down chemicals build up in animals over time, making them a major concern. Freshwater fish, like the European chub, are particularly vulnerable. Researchers wan
A popular snack is causing concern. Freeze-dried fruit variety packs from Sam’s Club are being pulled off the shelves. The reason? A harmful bacteria called listeria might be in them. The company, Doehler Dry Ingredient Solutions, LLC, found this bacteria during their own tests. So far, no one has g
Plastic waste in farms is a big problem. It often carries fire retardants, which are chemicals used to stop things from burning. These chemicals can stick to the plastic and cause harm to the environment. But how exactly do they stick? And what makes them stick more or less? Scientists looked at tw
Concrete structures can be a source of environmental trouble, especially when they come into contact with harmful chemicals like PFAS. These chemicals, often found in firefighting foams, can stick around in concrete and pose risks to the environment. To tackle this issue, researchers explored the us
Scientists have found a clever way to build molecules using electricity and common chemicals. They used a mix of ammonia and methanol to help the process along. Instead of using risky peroxides, they relied on a safer compound called t-BuOK. This method is special because it doesn't need expensive m
